20 Paris Wedding Photos That Are The Epitome Of Romance

Shangri-La-Hotel

The ornate backdrop of the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris lends elegant, old-world style to one couple's nuptials among close family and friends.Via Charlotte Jenks Lewis Photography and Snippet & Ink

Pont Louis-Philippe

A couple made an entrance at their wedding in this 1952 Citroën Traction, which took them to their reception at the Ritz. Here, they stop for a moment on the Pont Louis-Philippe bridge, overlooking the River Seine.Via Claire Morris Photography

Paris Metro Station

A train station may not seem like the most romantic locale, except when you're getting married in Paris. Even a gloomy day couldn't overshadow this couple, as they stop for a kiss outside the Paris metro.Via Juliane Berry Photography

Paris Cafe

Le Pont Des Art

The famed Le Pont des Arts bridge used to hold "love locks" from couples around the world. Even with the symbols of love removed, the setting couldn't be more perfect for one couple to do a little dip.Via Flora Photographie

Musée Du Louvre

The stunning backdrop of the Louvre can't even outshine the love of this couple. Just before, the pair had tied the knot from a private river bank near the Eiffel Tower.

Artist's Home

The wedding of a French basketball player and an Orlando Magic dancer was held in a private home, owned by the son of the late painter Robert Wehrlin. With walls of paintings and sketches, it's almost like getting married in a museum.Via Rudy & Marta Photography

Île Saint-Louis

The Île Saint-Louis is one of two natural islands in the Seine river. With beautiful blues skies above, it also served as a très romantic spot for a couple to share an embrace.Via Bianco Photography

Luxembourg Gardens

With no less than five stops, one couple's wedding turned into a grand adventure across Europe. Their first destination? Paris, of course, for a gorgeous elopement ceremony. The Medici Fountain at Luxembourg Gardens only adds to the fairytale setting.Via Bianco Photography

Quai De La Tournelle

Beautiful old houses line the Quai de la Tournelle path along the Siene, providing a dreamy backdrop for a couple's passionate kiss near a vintage Citroën 2CV.Via Juliane Berry Photography

Musée Du Louvre

Up close, the architecture of the Louvre is just as stunning a backdrop for one couple to steal a kiss on their big day, making for an unforgettable moment.Via Le Secret d'Audrey

Eiffel Tower

With the Eiffel Tower and the rooftops of Paris surrounding them, it's no wonder this happy couple is all smiles on the day of their intimate nuptials with just 40 guests.Via Greg Finck

Quai De Montabello

On any given day, the famous newsstand Quai de Montebello in front of the Notre Dame is brimming with old Parisian books, artwork and newspapers. For this couple's wedding day, it also makes the perfect spot for a retro romantic photo.Via Sasha Reiko Photography

Pont Alexandre III

Before hopping off to a magical ceremony outside the city at Chateau de Chantilly, one couple shares a kiss atop the Pont Alexandre III bridge. Amid those shining golden details, the couple could pass for a real-life prince and princess.Via The Flying Poodle Photography

Tuileries Gardens

For her wedding in the streets of Paris, one bride shied away from tradition, picking a stunning red Vera Wang gown. Walking through the Tuileries Gardens with her groom, the pair light up the beautiful surrounding greenery.Via Greg Finck

Notre Dame

Between the historic architecture of Notre Dame and the gorgeous lighting, a couple's embrace in the gardens behind the cathedral makes for an unforgettable wedding day snapshot.Via One and Only Paris Photography

Paris Streets

Even though the day of their actual ceremony turned out rainy and cold, this Russian and French duo, who met in China, remain all smiles while running through the streets of the 7th arrondissement of Paris.Via The Flying Poodle Photography

Musée Rodin

One couple decided to cancel their wedding plans last-minute, leading to a gorgeous destination wedding elopement. The pair had an intimate garden ceremony at the Musée Rodin instead.Via Le Secret d'Audrey and Style Me Pretty

Eiffel Tower

Looking toward the Eiffel Tower, the stairs of the Palais de Chaillot provide the perfect spot to snag a kiss on one couple's big wedding day.Via Claire Morris Photography

Palais-Royal

Set in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the Palais-Royal with its striking columns once served as childhood home of Louis XIV. In this special moment, it also made a beautiful backdrop amid the rain for a couple to celebrate their love.Via Sean and Molly Photography

Most of us daydream of a wedding in Paris. Between the historic architecture, dreamy city streets, and lovely gardens, it’s not hard to imagine why.

With locations from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame, these 20 couples’ breathtaking snapshots are as romantic as it gets.